Browse Food Recalls
12 FDA food safety recalls.
FDA Food Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 12 FDA food recall enforcement actions. Each entry includes the product description, reason for recall, classification (Class I through III based on severity), recalling firm, and distribution details. Food recalls are classified by health risk — Class I involves a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death, while Class III covers products unlikely to cause harm. Use the filters below to search by year, classification, state, or keyword.
Food Safety Recalls
Browse 12 FDA food recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2013 | Benefiber fiber supplement stick packs, sugar free and taste free, packaged i... | The products are being recalled due to the receipt of a relatively high number of consumer compla... | Class II | Novartis Consumer Health |
| Aug 6, 2013 | Benefiber, Fiber Supplement, Orange Creme Chewables, Sugar Free, 36ct and 100... | The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging. | Class III | Novartis Consumer Health |
| Aug 6, 2013 | Benefibre, Orange Creme Chewables, 36ct and 100ct chewable tablet bottles. F... | The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging. | Class III | Novartis Consumer Health |
| Aug 6, 2013 | Benefiber, Fiber Supplement, 72ct and 114 caplet bottles. Novartis Consumer H... | The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging. | Class III | Novartis Consumer Health |
| Aug 6, 2013 | Benefiber, Fiber plus Calcium Supplement, Wild Berry Chewables 90ct, sugar fr... | The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging. | Class III | Novartis Consumer Health |
| Aug 6, 2013 | Benefiber, Fiber Supplement, Assorted Fruit, Sugar Free, 100ct chewable table... | The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging. | Class III | Novartis Consumer Health |
| May 7, 2013 | Benefiber Non-Thickening Powder, Sugar Free, packaged in the following config... | The products are being recalled due to the receipt of a relatively high number of consumer compla... | Class II | Novartis Consumer Health |
| May 7, 2013 | Benefiber Fiber Supplement, Orange Natural Flavor, Non-Thickening Powder, Sug... | The products are being recalled due to the receipt of a relatively high number of consumer compla... | Class II | Novartis Consumer Health |
| May 7, 2013 | Benefiber Plus Heart Health Non-Thickening Powder, Sugar Free, packaged in 6.... | The products are being recalled due to the receipt of a relatively high number of consumer compla... | Class II | Novartis Consumer Health |
| May 7, 2013 | Benefiber Fiber Supplement Plus Calcium, Orange Natural Flavor, Sugar Free, p... | The products are being recalled due to the receipt of a relatively high number of consumer compla... | Class II | Novartis Consumer Health |
| May 7, 2013 | Benefiber Fiber Drink Mix, Cherry Pomegranate, Sugar Free, packaged in 5.0-oz... | The products are being recalled due to the receipt of a relatively high number of consumer compla... | Class II | Novartis Consumer Health |
| May 7, 2013 | Benefiber Fiber Drink Mix, Kiwi Strawberry, Sugar Free, packaged in 5.0-oz. b... | The products are being recalled due to the receipt of a relatively high number of consumer compla... | Class II | Novartis Consumer Health |
Frequently Asked Questions
When a food safety issue is identified — through FDA inspections, lab testing, consumer complaints, or manufacturer quality checks — the responsible company issues a recall to remove the affected products from the market. The FDA publishes an enforcement report detailing the product, the reason for the recall, and how far the product was distributed. Retailers pull the product from shelves, and consumers are advised to return it for a refund or dispose of it safely.
The leading causes include bacterial contamination (Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli), undeclared allergens (milk, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish), foreign material contamination (metal, glass, plastic), and labeling errors. Undeclared allergens consistently account for the largest share of food recalls because even trace amounts can cause severe reactions in sensitive individuals.
Use the search and filter tools on this page to look up specific products, brands, or ingredients. Each recall entry includes the product description, lot numbers, and distribution details so you can determine whether your item is affected. If you find a match, stop consuming the product and return it to the store for a full refund or dispose of it safely.